Crime & Safety

Ambush Attack; Little League Embezzlement: Tri-Valley Police Logs

Doctor is killed in an ambush; former Little League president charged with taking $22k; and more in police, fire and courts this week.

See police, fire and courts news below.
See police, fire and courts news below. (Renee Schiavone/Patch)

TRI-VALLEY, CA — Here's a collection of police, fire and courts news from around the Tri-Valley this week:

Son And Wife Of Slain Danville Doctor Speak Out About Senseless Sierra Shooting

Dr. Ari Gershman had stopped to ask the man directions.

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Brush Fire Jumped, Shut Down I-580 Early Friday Morning

The fire began as a car fire and was ultimately contained at 220 acres, officials said.

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Pleasanton Looks To Involve Public In Police Policy Conversation

A community listening session and review of existing policies could be coming in the future.

Virtual Vigil Planned For Danville Dr. Ari Gershman, Fatally Shot

Honor the Gershman family by decorating a paper bag that will be filled with a candle and delivered to their lawn Monday.

Ex-Livermore Little League President Stole $22,000, Police Say

The organization's former board president is accused of embezzling money meant to serve kids playing baseball.

Man To Face Charges In Danville Doctor's Slaying, Sheriff Says

Ten law enforcement agencies helped search for his son, who fled into the forest to escape the shooter, and in the manhunt for the gunman.

Danville Mourns Doctor Shot While Off-Roading With Son

His teenage son escaped the shooter, according to a GoFundMe page for the Tri-Valley man's family, which has already raised $300,000.

Blackhawk Plaza Confrontation Ends In Man's Arrest

He reportedly tried to steal and bit someone trying to restrain him while waiting for law enforcement, the sheriff's office said.

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